Tag: comedy

Avengers: Endgame is All Endings

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We take on the impossible task of reviewing a movie all about endings without spoiling it.

Is Vice a Bad Film? Or is it Not Trying to be a Film?

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Adam McKay’s film Vice follows the life and political career of Vice President Dick Cheney, and it has been received with truly polarized reactions. The success of The Big Short was so resounding that I almost forgot that before that movie McKay films were gonzo comedies starring Will Ferrell. Anchorman, Talladega Nights, Step Brothers, and The… Continue reading Is Vice a Bad Film? Or is it Not Trying to be a Film?

Game Night is A Movie for Sure

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Game Night is a movie for sure. It absolutely has actors in it, and you can absolutely watch it. And it doesn’t hurt to watch it! Is it a productive use of your time? Probably not. But is anything a productive use of your time? Is reading this review productive? What are you planning on… Continue reading Game Night is A Movie for Sure

The Death of Stalin Pits Fear Against Humor

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Guest Jason Potel and Chris go toe-to-toe discussing the humor and horror in The Death of Stalin.

Judd Apatow Captures Familial Love in Avett Brothers Music Doc May It Last

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I have a brother and we worked together for close to twenty years. Our “band” broke up in 2006 after we sold our business. Like the Avett’s, we never really had a fight, and also like the subjects of this film, our parents provided us with solid relationship tools and an understanding of the importance… Continue reading Judd Apatow Captures Familial Love in Avett Brothers Music Doc May It Last